Department of Psychological Sciences

The Department of Psychological Sciences offers students small class sizes and close faculty mentorship with opportunities for experience in the lab and for co-publication. Students also have the opportunity to present research on campus and at conferences.

Advance your understanding of psychology as a science, a profession and a means of promoting the welfare of people and animals with a degree in psychology.

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Justin Wasserman '97

Co-founder of Empactful Advisors

"[USD] was where I learned how to learn, think, built lifelong friendships and discovered my career passion."

Daniel Forster, PhD

Assistant Professor of Psychological Sciences

"I am working hard to make sure that students who take my courses gain a healthier balance of skepticism in what they learn, humility in what they believe they know and confidence in their ability to overcome common pitfalls."

Paloma Aguirre '05

Mayor of Imperial Beach

Aguirre shares the impact her psychology degree has had on her career: “It’s helped me to better understand people,” she says. “This is what politics is about: people.”

Christopher Dishop '16

Assistant Professor, Auburn University

Dishop shares his experience in the Department of Psychological Sciences: "You have faculty who are not only excellent researchers but also accessible mentors who are excited to bring students into their work."

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